Patrick Vilar

Patrick Vilar

4.9
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 29 years

Family Lawyer at Miami, FL
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Alimony ... +2 more

66 W Flagler St #500, Miami, FL

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Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 20%

Family law matters.

20%
Family 20%

Family law matters.

30 years

20%

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 29 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1996

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Location

Vilar Law, P.A.

66 W Flagler St #500, Miami, FL, 33173

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Patrick Vilar's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

48 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 13 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Freddy | September 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Service!

I have to say that during the time when I was divorcing my wife, it must have been one of my most difficult and distressful periods in my life. However, not only Patrick Vilar and his team handled my divorce case very professionally. They give me the emotional support I was thirsting for. The enco...uragement, the sympathy, and the care they gave me only made me come out stronger from my divorce. I came out as a new person, and I will always be grateful towards them for it.

Posted by anonymous | March 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Honest , Understanding in what both parties need ! TRUE HERO !

Patrick was referred to me by a friend .. Patrick immediately went into something called collaborative family law agreement . The agreement says i will not litigate and i will do everything to mediate and settle the matter and we need to ask your wifes attorney to do the same . In the end this agree...ment is made to reach a settlement quickly and fairly without exhaustive time or attorneys fees .. patrick knows the outcome of all before you and your spouse have to pay lawyers to go to a litigation and a judge explain in it .. the point being is he not money driven ... He is family driven and want the best for the entire family . Outstanding values , Smart , Clever , Creative and the most calm negotiater i have ever seen .... WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND PATRICK !!! Just a warning to people headed for a divorce thier are attorneys who thrive on your anger and your misery and every time you have a complaint they handle it ..of course for $350 hour .... I understand they have to make a living but a GREAT LAWYER LIKE PATRICK SETTLES THE DIVORCE AND THINKS ABOUT HOW TO DO IT IN THE MOST EFFICIENT AND AFFORDABLE WAY .... and of course whats best for the family ... I wanted to wrote this because i credit Patrick for setting the ground work for a great co-parenting relationship ... thanks for reading

Posted by Martha | March 20, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Highly recommend

Mr. Patrick Vilar is a very knowledgeable individual who has helped me with my divorce and custody of my kids. He treated me in a professional manner and I will highly recommend him. Thanks to Mr. Patrick Vilar and his team for been there when I need them.

Posted by Armando | October 06, 2014

Very accessible and knowledgeable, excellent staff.

Mr. Vilar is that kind of person that makes you feel comfortable specially when you are going through a difficult situation. He managed my case masterfully, efficiently and in record time. I would highly recommend Mr. Vilar.

Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

The happy ending of a difficult divorce case

By recommendation of my Accountant I hired the services of Attorney Patrick Vilar (Bofill & Vilar) to work on my divorce from a very polemic Argentian man to whom I had been married during eleven years. As per Florida Law he wanted to get half of my Assets in spite of the fact that he had dilapidat...ed a great part of my capital doing wrong businesses. Mr. Vilar as an expert Mediator was able to settle the issue by leading Mr. Lalli together with his Attorney to accept the sum of Fifteen thousand ($15,000.00) instead. I want to thank Mr. Vilar for the great job he did which has been celebrated by all my friends who shared it. I will, certainly recommed Mr. Vilar very highly.

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Patrick Vilar's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Silver

Family lawyer | Jul 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Patrick Vilar is a first rate family law practitioner. He has been my opposing counsel on several cases. I have also mediated with him in the past on many occasions. Patrick is an effective, zealous advocate with a full understanding of complex family law issues. He does not take unreasonable or untenable positions. He drives a hard bargain to make sure his clients are never shortchanged. He is a past president of the Inns of Court and he is well respected by the family bar and the judiciary. I would not hesitate to refer a friend of colleague in need of a family law attorney to Patrick Vilar."

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Caressa Lanier

Family lawyer | Sep 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Patrick was opposing counsel on a complicated case with international jurisdictional issues. His professionalism and knowledge of the law made him a pleasure to litigate with."

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Patrick Mcgeehan

Family lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Its always great to have Pat as opposing counsel. Always professional, always polite and he has a good sense of humor. We work well together."

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Cecilia Armenteros

Family lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. I got to know Mr. Vilar as the opposing counsel in a case not too long ago. Mr. Vilar maintained a high degree of professionalism throughout the entire case while still being a zealous advocate for his client. Since that time I have had the pleasure of serving on board where Mr. Vilar is the President -First Family Law Inns of Court, an organization devoted to family law practitioners and the judiciary with an emphasis on ethics, civility and professionalism. Mr. Vilar embodies all of these ideals and continues through his hard work for this group to mentor other attorneys to follow this same path."

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David Benjamin

Mediation lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Patrick's calm demeanor and extensive knowledge of family law make even the most difficult mediation fruitful and productive."

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Cary Garcia

Family lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mr. Vilar is quite possibly one of the best and most talented attorneys I have encountered in my 10+ years as a paralegal, and now as an associate attorney. His work ethic, experience, and compassion for his clients make it a pleasure and an honor to work for his firm. I fully endorse Mr. Vilar for all marital and family related matters. He is an asset to the legal community."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Patrick. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Alex Hornik

Family lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Patrick Vilar is a top-notch family law attorney and mediator. I have known him professionally for many years and have worked with him both as an adversary and as co-counsel. He has a comprehensive and thorough knowledge of all aspects of his discipline. He works tirelessly and diligently for his clients, often spending after-hours and weekends in his office. He is a tough fighter and a skilled negotiator, but also scrupulously honest, kind, and compassionate. I recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone in need of the work he does so well. He is one of Miami’s very best."

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Hernan Hernandez

Family lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Vilar is a professional that uses his knowledge of family law to garner valuable results for his clients."

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Rebecca Roque

Family lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Vilar is very knowledgeable and experienced, as well as caring and compassionate. He is a great family law attorney."

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Richard Robles

Family lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Patrick Vilar is one of those lawyers that goes the extra mile for his clients. I have worked closely with Mr. Vilar over the years on various cases, and I am very familiar with his work. He is both professional and extremely skilled. I highly recommend this lawyer."

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Laurence Schwartz

Family lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.Patrick Vilar is a terrific lawyer and a great guy. I've known him for over 15 years. He stands out in the courtroom in the most professional and eloquent manner. He is a class act and I admire him."

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Sebastian Jaramillo

Family lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Vilar is an outstanding professional and committed to his clients. I've had the pleasure of working with him on several matters and his professionalism and knowledge of Family Law have been exceptional."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Work Experience

1996 - 2012

Managing Partner, Bofill & Vilar, P.A.

Associations

2014 - Present

American Inns of Court

President

2013 - Present

Caridad Garcia, Esq.

Colombian-American Bar Association

Past President

Colombian-American Bar Association

Board of Directors

Kendall Community Council

Chairman

Bar Grievance Committee

Chairman

2013 - 2014

American Inns of Court

President-Elect

2012 - 2013

American Inns of Court

Treasurer

Education

1996

The University of Toledo College of Law

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Languages

Spanish

English

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